A visual representation of the United States, designed to be mounted on a vertical surface, and accompanied by pointed fasteners for marking specific locations or routes. These cartographic tools serve as tangible interfaces for geographical data.
These displays offer practical advantages for planning, tracking progress, or highlighting points of interest. Historically, such maps have been used in classrooms, businesses, and homes to visualize travel plans, sales territories, or research data. Their utility lies in their immediate accessibility and the physical interaction they afford.